Adromischus cristatus 'War Club', a perennial succulent herbaceous plant, is a small variety. The plant's leaves are arranged in a rosette. The leaves are thick and elongated, with long petioles. Near the top of the leaves, there are scattered dark brownish-green spots, and the stems of the plant are covered with yellow-brown hairs. The leaf color ranges from green to reddish-green. In strong light or during periods of large diurnal temperature variations or low temperatures in winter, the leaves turn deep red, while old leaves are deep green with a slight red hue. In weak light, the leaf color is light green. Adromischus cristatus 'War Club' needs abundant sunlight to display vibrant colors and a compact and attractive growth habit. Insufficient sunlight results in lighter leaf color and elongated, loosely arranged leaves. With good light, each leaf can grow to be 3-5 centimeters long, resembling a drumstick. The growth rate of the plant is relatively slow, but after many years of clustering, it becomes very spectacular. It flowers in racemes, with small flowers that are five-lobed at the apex, blooming from May to July.
Adromischus cristatus 'War Club' prefers abundant sunlight and a cool, dry environment. It can tolerate partial shade but is susceptible to waterlogging and dislikes hot, humid conditions. It exhibits growth during cool seasons and dormancy during hot summers. The growth period for the plant is from September to December and from March to June of the following year (the growth period may vary depending on the environment). Insufficient sunlight leads to elongated leaves and gradual dulling of leaf color. In sunny locations, the plant remains short and stout, with relatively compact leaf arrangement.
Adromischus cristatus 'War Club' is popular for its unique appearance, with leaves exhibiting curled edges and vibrant red coloration, reaching heights of up to 6 inches (15 centimeters). This plant grows rapidly, is easy to care for, and can thrive for extended periods under suitable conditions.
Unique leaf shape: The leaves of Adromischus cristatus 'War Club' are brightly red-colored, with curled edges, resembling dumpling skins, which are very distinctive.
Fast growth rate: Compared to other succulent plants, Adromischus cristatus 'War Club' has a relatively fast growth rate.
Sun-loving: Adromischus cristatus 'War Club' requires ample sunlight and can be placed on balconies or near windows to receive as much sunlight as possible.
Drought-tolerant: Adromischus cristatus 'War Club' has drought-resistant characteristics and can grow in hot, dry environments.
Easy propagation: Adromischus cristatus 'War Club' can be propagated easily through leaves, stems, or division.